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Trump Threatens 25% Tariff on Apple Over Manufacturing Plans

President Trump threatens a 25% tariff on Apple unless it manufactures iPhones in the U.S., complicating trade relations and raising potential consumer prices.


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President Trump has escalated trade tensions by threatening a 25% tariff on Apple unless it manufactures iPhones in the U.S., criticizing the company's plans to produce in India. This comes alongside a proposed 50% tariff on EU imports starting June 1, due to stalled trade negotiations. Analysts warn that U.S.-made iPhones could see price increases of $2,000 to $3,500, significantly impacting consumer demand. Apple's reliance on foreign manufacturing complicates the feasibility of such tariffs. CEO Tim Cook stated that most iPhones sold in the U.S. from March to June would come from India, while the company faces a potential $900 million cost increase due to tariffs.

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The articles present a mix of neutral and negative tones regarding Trump's tariff threats on Apple.

Concerns are raised about the economic implications of shifting iPhone production to the U.S. amid Trump's demands.

Criticism of Trump's approach highlights potential market instability and rising consumer prices due to tariffs.

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Wall Street, European Stocks And Apple Fall Following Trump's Latest Tariff Threats
HuffPostHuffPost·24d·
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This outlet slightly leans left.

"…Trump’s latest tariff threats are stirring up Wall Street after it had recovered nearly all of the losses it had earlier taken because of the trade war."

Global markets tumble after Trump announces tariffs against European Union, Apple
PBS NewsHourPBS NewsHour·24d·
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This outlet slightly leans left.

"…Markets took a sharp turn downward after Trump posted on social media that he wants 'a straight 50% Tariff' on the EU beginning June 1 because representatives of the bloc have been difficult in negotiations."

Trump threatens 25% tariff on iPhones if they are not made in US
The GuardianThe Guardian·24d·
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This outlet slightly leans left.

"…Trump has threatened to impose a 25% tariff on iPhones if they are not made in the United States, as he stepped up the pressure on Apple to build its signature product in the country."

Trump Threatens Apple With 25% Tariff on iPhones
TIME MagazineTIME Magazine·24d·
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This outlet slightly leans left.

"…If that is not the case, a Tariff of at least 25% must be paid by Apple to the U.S."

Trump threatens EU with 50-percent tariffs on all imports
Al JazeeraAl Jazeera·24d·
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This outlet slightly leans left.

"…Trump’s tariff threats undermine the logic of those claims."

Stocks tumble after Trump reignites the trade war | Business
CNNCNN·24d·
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This outlet slightly leans left.

"…Stock futures fell sharply Friday after President Donald Trump brought the trade war back to the forefront with threats of massive tariffs against America’s most valuable company and one of its most important trading partners."

Trump threatens a 50% tariff on the EU | Business
CNNCNN·24d·
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This outlet slightly leans left.

"…The tariff Trump is considering slapping on the EU is more than double the size of the 20% initial 'reciprocal' tariff that was briefly in place in April before he swiftly paused those tariffs to allow for further negotiations."

Trump threatens Apple with a 25% tariff if it doesn’t build iPhones in America | Business
CNNCNN·24d·
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This outlet slightly leans left.

"…Despite lowering his tariff to at least 30% on most Chinese goods — down from 145% earlier this month — a 10% universal tariff remains on the majority of goods entering the United States."

Trump says talks with E.U. are 'going nowhere,' threatens 50% tariff in June
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"…The early morning posts risked reignited the trade war Trump started in April that had cooled down in recent weeks."

Donald Trump Threatens New Tariffs On Apple And The European Union
DeadlineDeadline·24d·
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"…Markets fell this morning following President Donald Trump‘s new threat to impose tariffs, this time a 50% duty on goods from the European Union and 25% on Apple."

Apple has had few incentives till now to start making iPhones in the United States
Chicago Sun-TimesChicago Sun-Times·24d·
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"…The big question is how long Apple might be willing to hold the line on its current prices if Trump’s threatened tolls become too much to bear and consumers are asked to shoulder some of the burden."

Trump threatens steep tariffs on trade with the European Union -- and on iPhones
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"…Trump warned in a separate post that he had "long ago" told Apple CEO Tim Cook that iPhones have to be manufactured in the United States — "not India, or anyplace else" — or he would impose a tariff of at least 25% on them."

If Trump gets his way, could iPhones made in the US really cost $3,500?
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"…Experts disagree, however, on how much of a price increase would result from tariffs and how long it could take before Apple starts manufacturing products in the U.S."

The Daily Money: Trump threatens tariffs on Apple
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"…After 233 years of pennies in our pockets, the U.S. this month will officially end penny production, according to statements from the Treasury Department."

Trump threatens 50% tariff on European Union goods; live updates
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"…Trump's latest tariff threats have sent global markets into turmoil after weeks of de-escalation."

President Donald Trump threatens 25% import tax on Apple unless iPhones are made in the US
Chicago TribuneChicago Tribune·24d·
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"…The threat delivered over social media could dramatically increase the price of iPhones, potentially hurting sales and the profits of one of America’s leading technology companies."

Apple has had few incentives in the past to start making iPhones in US
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"…Apple has traditionally produced its devices in China, in massive factories that rely on a vast network of local suppliers."

Stocks slide as Trump threatens tariffs on Apple and European Union
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"…Stocks tumbled in early trading on Friday after President Donald Trump threatened new tariffs targeting tech giant Apple and the European Union."

Trump admin live updates: Trump threatens Apple with 25% tariff, EU with 50%
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"…President Trump on Friday threatened new tariffs against Apple and recommended the European Union face a 50% tariff rate starting next month."

Markets slide after Trump lobs tariff threats at Apple and EU
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"…Stocks tumbled on Friday after President Trump threatened to impose a fresh round of tariffs, this time aimed at Apple and the European Union."

Trump threatens to hit Apple with 25% tariff on iPhones made outside U.S.
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"…Wall Street analysts also say that manufacturing iPhones in the U.S. would add hundreds or even thousands of dollars to the cost of the devices."

Trump threatens Apple with 25% tariff to force iPhone manufacturing into US
ARS TechnicaARS Technica·24d·
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This outlet is balanced or reflects centrist views.

"…Trump's threats against Apple could significantly impact the company's pricing and production strategies, raising concerns about the future of US trade relations."

Apple has had few incentives in the past to start making iPhones in US
Associated PressAssociated Press·24d·
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This outlet is balanced or reflects centrist views.

"…Apple has traditionally produced its devices in China, in massive factories that rely on a vast network of local suppliers."

Trump threatens 50% tariffs on EU and 25% penalties on Apple as his trade war intensifies
Associated PressAssociated Press·24d·
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This outlet is balanced or reflects centrist views.

"…The threats, delivered over social media, reflect Trump’s ability to disrupt the global economy with a burst of typing as well as the reality that his tariffs are not producing the sufficient trade deals he is seeking or the return of domestic manufacturing he has promised voters."

Trump to Apple: Build iPhones in the US or Face 25% Tariffs
CNETCNET·24d·
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This outlet is balanced or reflects centrist views.

"…President Donald Trump posted on TruthSocial Friday that a tariff of "at least 25% must be paid by Apple" if the company doesn't manufacture and build iPhones in the US."

Trump threatens tariffs on Apple iPhones and EU products
BBC NewsBBC News·24d·
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This outlet is balanced or reflects centrist views.

"…The prospect of higher tariffs being introduced on imports to the US has rattled many world leaders because it will make it more expensive and difficult for businesses to sell goods in the world's largest economy."

Trump threatens 25% tariffs on iPhones made outside the US
TechCrunchTechCrunch·24d·
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This outlet is balanced or reflects centrist views.

"…President Trump lashed out at Apple on Friday, threatening the company with a 25% tariff on iPhones unless it moves production to the U.S."

Trump declares that iPhones should be more expensive
ReasonReason·24d·
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This outlet is balanced or reflects centrist views.

"…A new 25 percent tariff on iPhones is a wacky idea that won't help Americans or boost the economy."

Trump threatens more tariffs on Apple, European Union
World News GroupWorld News Group·24d·
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This outlet slightly leans right.

"…Apple stock dropped by nearly 3% on Friday morning."

How much an Apple iPhone could cost if made in the US
Fox BusinessFox Business·24d·
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"…Trump's threat came after CEO Tim Cook said in May that over 50% of the iPhones produced that are meant to be sold in the U.S. are currently coming from India to evade the tariffs imposed on China."

Scott Bessent says Trump wants to 'light a fire' under Apple, EU with new tariff threats
Fox BusinessFox Business·24d·
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This outlet slightly leans right.

"…President Donald Trump on Friday threatened to impose fresh tariffs on both Apple and the European Union, saying that the iPhone manufacturer and the trading bloc have not heeded to his previous demands."

Apple has had few incentives in the past to start making iPhones in US
Boston HeraldBoston Herald·24d·
Leans Right
This outlet slightly leans right.

"…Apple has traditionally produced its devices in China, in massive factories that rely on a vast network of local suppliers."

Trump tariff threats on EU, Apple, send US futures and global markets skidding
Boston HeraldBoston Herald·24d·
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This outlet slightly leans right.

"…Markets on Wall Street and in Europe declined rapidly early Friday morning after President Donald Trump posted a pair of tariff threats on social media."

Trump expands tariff threat to Samsung - Washington Examiner
Washington ExaminerWashington Examiner·24d·
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This outlet slightly leans right.

"…The tariff threat comes as the White House escalates its rhetoric against the likes of Walmart, which warned shoppers last week that they would start encountering higher prices by the end of the month because of the president’s duties."

Trump to tariff Apple 25% directly if phones are built in India
Washington ExaminerWashington Examiner·24d·
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This outlet slightly leans right.

"…Trump's post sank Apple shares to as low as 4% in premarket trading, tipping stock futures into the negatives."

Trump recommends 50% tariffs on EU
Washington ExaminerWashington Examiner·24d·
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This outlet slightly leans right.

"…Trump appeared unsatisfied with how talks with the EU have been going in a Friday post on Truth Social."

Trump Threatens Apple and the European Union With Steep New Tariffs
New York SunNew York Sun·24d·
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"…The decision to impose tariffs on iPhones may lead the company to raise its prices to cover the cost of importing its smartphones."

Trump Fires Off Flurry Of Trade War Barbs, Threatens Apple
The Daily WireThe Daily Wire·25d·
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"…Trump said that trade talks with the European Union were not going anywhere and that he was recommending his new tariff take effect on June 1."

Trump proposes slamming EU with YUGE tariffs to crush trade tyranny
The BlazeThe Blaze·24d·
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"…The European Union, which was formed for the primary purpose of taking advantage of the United States on TRADE, has been very difficult to deal with."

Apple Stock Loses $100B After Trump's Tariff Threat
NewsmaxNewsmax·24d·
Right
This outlet favors right-wing views.

"…Apple shares dropped nearly 4% Friday after President Donald Trump issued his latest threat of a 25% tariff on the Big Tech company if it does not start manufacturing iPhones in the U.S."

Apple Stock Loses $100B After Trump's Tariff Threat
NewsmaxNewsmax·24d·
Right
This outlet favors right-wing views.

"…Apple shares dropped nearly 4% Friday after President Donald Trump issued his latest threat of a 25% tariff on the Big Tech company if it does not start manufacturing iPhones in the U.S."

Apple Stock Loses $100B After Trump's Tariff Threat
NewsmaxNewsmax·24d·
Right
This outlet favors right-wing views.

"…Apple shares dropped nearly 4% Friday after President Donald Trump issued his latest threat of a 25% tariff on the Big Tech company if it does not start manufacturing iPhones in the U.S."

Trump Mulls 50% Tariffs on EU, 25% Penalty on Apple as Trade War Intensifies
NewsmaxNewsmax·24d·
Right
This outlet favors right-wing views.

"…Trump's threats of high tariffs on the EU and Apple products signal a troubling escalation in trade tensions that could adversely affect economic relations."

Trump Mulls 50% Tariffs on EU, 25% Penalty on Apple as Trade War Intensifies
NewsmaxNewsmax·24d·
Right
This outlet favors right-wing views.

"…Trump was upset by the lack of progress in trade talks with the EU, which has proposed mutually cutting tariffs to zero even as the president has publicly insisted on preserving a baseline 10% tax on most imports."

Trump Threatens Apple with 25% Tariff on iPhones Not Made in the USA
Breitbart NewsBreitbart News·24d·
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This outlet favors right-wing views.

"…The threat caused Apple’s shares to fall by approximately three percent in premarket trading."

Trump Threatens Apple With Tariff After Previously Exempting Tech Company
Daily CallerDaily Caller·24d·
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"…Trump said that Cook has been aware of his expectations to relocate the tech giant’s operations."

US Stocks Fall After Trump Threatens Tariffs on EU, Apple
Epoch TimesEpoch Times·24d·
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This outlet favors right-wing views.

"…The president’s comments have potentially reignited trade fears after White House officials had been speaking generally positively regarding ongoing trade discussions."

Trump Threatens Apple With 25 Percent Tariff
Epoch TimesEpoch Times·24d·
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"…The majority of the iPhones heading for the United States in the coming months will instead be made in India, while Vietnam will be the main production point for products such as iPads and Apple Watches."

Trump Says 50 Percent Tariff Will Be Imposed on European Union on June 1
Epoch TimesEpoch Times·24d·
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"…The European Union, which was formed for the primary purpose of taking advantage of the United States on TRADE, has been very difficult to deal with."

Trump Cracks Down on Apple with Threat of Significant Punishment
Western JournalWestern Journal·24d·
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"…Trump was upset by the lack of progress in trade talks with the EU, which has insisted on cutting tariffs to zero even as the president has publicly insisted on preserving a baseline 10 percent tax on most imports."

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